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If you’re coming to the mountains, it just makes sense to stay in the mountains, and winter in Gatlinburg is filled with plenty to keep you busy.
Listed as a “Top 20 Event” by the Southeast Tourism Society, Gatlinburg’s four-month Winter Magic celebration transforms the mountain resort town into a spectacular winter wonderland from November through February.
Making its debut on Friday and Saturday evenings throughout this holiday season, Winter Magic Tunes & Tales takes to the Downtown Parkway. From Thanksgiving through the weekend before Christmas, visitors can meet characters and enjoy a capella caroling and entertainment along the Parkway on weekends during this premiere event!
As thoughts turn toward the holidays, browse for unique gifts and timeless treasures crafted by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community at their annual Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show. Visit the Gatlinburg Convention Center from November 21 through 25 for fascinating artistic demonstrations and fantastic holiday shopping all under one roof.
Get in the holiday spirit at Gatlinburg’s Nutcracker “Sweet” and Festival of Trees at the Gatlinburg Convention Center November 23 through 24. The Smoky Mountain Dance Theater Company performs their Nutcracker “Sweet” at 7 p.m. nightly, and come early to view dozens of ornately decorated Christmas trees decorated by local businesses and organizations.
With Christmas around the corner, you can continue to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and unique treasures crafted by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community at their annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Show. Drop in at the Gatlinburg Convention Center from November 26 through December 2 for fantastic holiday shopping options from dozens upon dozens of the best craftspeople in the country.
Ready to continue your celebration of the season? Then bundle up and generate a healthy dose of holiday cheer as Schwan’s Foods presents the 32nd annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade in Downtown Gatlinburg on Friday, December 7 at 7:30 p.m. The Tuskegee Airmen will serve as grand marshals, fresh off their being awarded the Congressional Gold Medal earlier this year. Thrill at a rare appearance by the Budweiser Clydesdales and enjoy more than 100 parade entries including marching bands, millions of lights and giant helium balloons with special guests Santa Claus and his elves. You will surely see why the parade has been recognized as one of the “Top Twenty Events in the South” by the Southeast Tourism Society.
Ring in 2008 in Times Square fashion at the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop and Fireworks Show beginning at 10 p.m. and celebrating until 12:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day. An estimated crowd of 40,000 gather for a street party including free party favors, hats, tiaras, a fireworks show and live entertainment.
Through the end of 2007, visitors can enjoy a unique old fashioned hayride with family and friends in downtown Gatlinburg from September 1 through December 30. As fall turns to winter in the Smoky Mountains, take this fun-filled hayride and enjoy breath-taking views of our beautiful mountains. Departure is from traffic light #6 at Mountain Mall from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, departing approximately every 45 minutes.
Winter Magic visitors can also soak up the spirit of the season from the comfort of a Gatlinburg Trolley by taking a relaxing Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights. These popular guided excursions are available by advance reservation and embark from the city’s trolley center located at Traffic Light #5. The trolley carries its guests on a memorable journey through downtown and adjacent Hwy. 321, allowing everyone to experience the magical wonder of Gatlinburg Winter Magic, the winter lighting program which has been attracting folks to Gatlinburg for years.
Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights embarks at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 nightly during December, except for Dec. 7, the evening of the city’s annual Christmas parade, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Years Eve. Trolley excursions are available on Saturdays during the month of January.
Information courtesy of Gatlinburg Department of Tourism
Listed as a “Top 20 Event” by the Southeast Tourism Society, Gatlinburg’s four-month Winter Magic celebration transforms the mountain resort town into a spectacular winter wonderland from November through February.
Making its debut on Friday and Saturday evenings throughout this holiday season, Winter Magic Tunes & Tales takes to the Downtown Parkway. From Thanksgiving through the weekend before Christmas, visitors can meet characters and enjoy a capella caroling and entertainment along the Parkway on weekends during this premiere event!
As thoughts turn toward the holidays, browse for unique gifts and timeless treasures crafted by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community at their annual Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show. Visit the Gatlinburg Convention Center from November 21 through 25 for fascinating artistic demonstrations and fantastic holiday shopping all under one roof.
Get in the holiday spirit at Gatlinburg’s Nutcracker “Sweet” and Festival of Trees at the Gatlinburg Convention Center November 23 through 24. The Smoky Mountain Dance Theater Company performs their Nutcracker “Sweet” at 7 p.m. nightly, and come early to view dozens of ornately decorated Christmas trees decorated by local businesses and organizations.
With Christmas around the corner, you can continue to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and unique treasures crafted by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community at their annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Show. Drop in at the Gatlinburg Convention Center from November 26 through December 2 for fantastic holiday shopping options from dozens upon dozens of the best craftspeople in the country.
Ready to continue your celebration of the season? Then bundle up and generate a healthy dose of holiday cheer as Schwan’s Foods presents the 32nd annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade in Downtown Gatlinburg on Friday, December 7 at 7:30 p.m. The Tuskegee Airmen will serve as grand marshals, fresh off their being awarded the Congressional Gold Medal earlier this year. Thrill at a rare appearance by the Budweiser Clydesdales and enjoy more than 100 parade entries including marching bands, millions of lights and giant helium balloons with special guests Santa Claus and his elves. You will surely see why the parade has been recognized as one of the “Top Twenty Events in the South” by the Southeast Tourism Society.
Ring in 2008 in Times Square fashion at the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop and Fireworks Show beginning at 10 p.m. and celebrating until 12:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day. An estimated crowd of 40,000 gather for a street party including free party favors, hats, tiaras, a fireworks show and live entertainment.
Through the end of 2007, visitors can enjoy a unique old fashioned hayride with family and friends in downtown Gatlinburg from September 1 through December 30. As fall turns to winter in the Smoky Mountains, take this fun-filled hayride and enjoy breath-taking views of our beautiful mountains. Departure is from traffic light #6 at Mountain Mall from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, departing approximately every 45 minutes.
Winter Magic visitors can also soak up the spirit of the season from the comfort of a Gatlinburg Trolley by taking a relaxing Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights. These popular guided excursions are available by advance reservation and embark from the city’s trolley center located at Traffic Light #5. The trolley carries its guests on a memorable journey through downtown and adjacent Hwy. 321, allowing everyone to experience the magical wonder of Gatlinburg Winter Magic, the winter lighting program which has been attracting folks to Gatlinburg for years.
Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights embarks at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 nightly during December, except for Dec. 7, the evening of the city’s annual Christmas parade, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Years Eve. Trolley excursions are available on Saturdays during the month of January.
Information courtesy of Gatlinburg Department of Tourism
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